First-year Fall Retreat

*Due to inclement weather, the First-year Fall Retreat has been canceled*

The First-year Fall Retreat (FFR) is a required event hosted for newly admitted UT PGE undergraduate students. All incoming fall 2017 students, including freshmen and transfer students, are invited to take part in this exciting event, which introduces students to the Longhorn spirit and pride. The event is a great opportunity to make connections with your classmates, UT PGE faculty and staff, industry representatives, and, of course, have fun before the start of fall classes!

The retreat will be held off-campus on August 27-28, 2017 (Sunday and Monday) at The Retreat at Balcones Springs, approximately 45 miles northwest of Austin. UT PGE will take care of round-trip transportation for all students between Austin and Marble Falls.

CHECKING-IN TO UT AUSTIN DORMS/HOUSING:

We highly encourage new students to check-in to their new housing on Friday, August 25 and no later than Saturday, August 26.

ACTION ITEMS:

Please register for the retreat by Friday, August 11, 2017 by 8 a.m. (Space is limited and there is the possiblity we will get full.)

University policy states that events sponsored off-campus will require travel release and medical forms. The following documents should be submitted to CPE 2.502 by Friday, August 18 by 5 p.m.

Students will be assigned to sleep in a cabin with 4 to 7 other classmates. The rooms are air-conditioned and have their own bathroom. Towels will be provided in the room. All meals and snacks are included – please do not bring any food. If anyone needs any special accommodations, the department will do its best to fulfill your request.

Contact Jessica Jimenez at 512-232-9306 for more information or questions about this event.